MLB, PBATS & Song for Charlie

Together, we can protect the baseball community.

FOR PLAYERS

Young athletes look up to you. Along with MLB, PBATS and Song for Charlie, you can help protect them from a deadly threat: fake prescription pills containing fentanyl. Nearly half of teens don't know the danger—your voice can change that.

Get the Facts Athletes Need

Whether you're in the majors, minors, or working your way up, understanding these facts could save lives in your clubhouse and community:

Perfect counterfeits of prescription pills are everywhere, and most are made with fentanyl
Just 2 milligrams of fentanyl (about 8–10 grains of sand) is lethal—one fake pill can kill
Over 4,000 Americans under 25 died last year from fentanyl, many from fake pills
Fake pills are sold on social media, on campuses and on the streets
Athletes face unique pressures to perform and recover
Young athletes are prime targets of fake pills due to sports injuries and stress

Ready-to-use social media assets:

Sample social post:

"Fake pills are killing young athletes. They look real but contain deadly fentanyl. Get the facts at songforcharlie.org #NoRandomPills"

Sample social video script:

"Hey everyone—fake pills are a real danger for young athletes. They look exactly like real prescriptions but contain lethal amounts of fentanyl. Protect yourself and your teammates: No random pills! Learn more at songforcharlie.org"

FOR ATHLETIC TRAINERS

Through our partnership with MLB, MiLB, and PBATS, Song for Charlie equips athletic trainers with vital knowledge about fentanyl and fake prescription pills. Building on MLB's long-standing commitment to drug prevention, we help trusted health advisors like you protect your players from this deadly threat.

RESOURCES

Our comprehensive resources help you understand the current drug landscape, implement emergency protocols, and have effective conversations with your players about safer ways to manage pain and stress.

Presentation Slides

Open up the fentanyl conversation with these standalone slides or incorporate into your own presentation. We’ve got you covered.